Katharina Gerstmann has an impressive track record spanning over two decades in the transport and infrastructure sector. Throughout her career, she has consistently delivered innovative solutions for complex and challenging projects. As the Global Lead for Technical Excellence & Innovation at WSP Australia, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s future.

Katharina’s mission is clear: to enhance global presence and capabilities within the industry. She achieves this by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, empowering teams, and driving industry transformation. With a keen focus on change management, strategic planning, and client-centric approaches, her team steers the organisation toward sustainable growth, profitability, and long-term success.

Passionate about cultivating diverse talent, she champions a Future Ready® mindset and is committed to becoming digital by default. Katharina’s vision aligns perfectly with the theme of the panel discussion, where technology adoption is at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency in international construction.